Atoms Flashcard

Front

What is the sum of an atom's protons and neutrons called?

Back

Atomic mass

Front

What is the smallest piece of an element?

Back

Atom

Front

What is the cloud-like space that electrons travel around?

Back

Energy shell

Front

Where are protons and neutrons found in an atom?

Back

In the nucleus

Front

What is all matter made of?

Back

Atoms

Front

What are the positively charged particles in an atom?

Back

Protons

Front

What are the neutral particles found in the nucleus of an atom?

Back

Neutrons

Front

What are the negatively charged particles that orbit the nucleus?

Back

Electrons

Front

What is the center of an atom called?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What is the term for the number of protons in an atom?

Back

Atomic number